Steptoe Hires Rainer for San Francisco Food Regulatory Practice

Natalie Rainer joined Steptoe as a partner in its environment, food, and chemicals group in San Francisco, the firm announced Tuesday.

Rainer’s practice focuses on helping clients navigate compliance requirements imposed by agencies including the US Food and Drug Administration, US Department of Agriculture, Federal Trade Commission, and Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. She advises manufacturers and retailers on product development, labeling, and marketing strategies, including claims related to nutrition, sustainability, and “natural” or organic positioning, the firm said.

She joins from K&L Gates, according to her LinkedIn profile.

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